Aitor Karanka's men knew that a point would guarantee a second-placed finish, and automatic promotion, but they looked set to take all three when Christian Stuani opened the scoring in the 19th minute. Dale Stephens hit back to give Brighton - who themselves needed to win to overtake Boro - hope of pipping Boro to the post, as he headed in from a deep free-kick.
However, Stephens was then sent off for a high tackle on Gaston Ramirez, which left the Uruguayan with a horrific gash on his leg, and required both a stretcher and oxygen.
Middlesbrough have been playing Championship football since their relegation in 2009, and will take part in a Premier League that has been significantly enriched by the 2016-17 television deal, which stands at a staggering £5.136 billion.
Big Congrats to Middlesbrough and welcome back to the Premier League.
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